Definitions
- Describing two things that have the same value or meaning. - Referring to two things that are interchangeable or can be substituted for each other. - Talking about two things that are equal in importance, effect, or significance.
- Describing two things that are exactly the same in every way. - Referring to two things that are indistinguishable or cannot be told apart. - Talking about two things that are a perfect match or replica of each other.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a relationship between two things.
- 2Both words suggest a high degree of similarity or sameness.
- 3Both words can be used to compare or contrast two things.
What is the difference?
- 1Degree of sameness: Equivalent suggests a similar value or meaning, while identical suggests an exact match or replica.
- 2Interchangeability: Equivalent implies that two things can be substituted for each other, while identical suggests that two things cannot be told apart.
- 3Usage: Equivalent is more commonly used in academic or technical contexts, while identical is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 4Connotation: Equivalent is neutral in tone, while identical can imply a stronger sense of sameness or similarity.
- 5Scope: Equivalent can refer to a broader range of things, while identical is usually used to describe physical objects or characteristics.
Remember this!
Equivalent and identical both describe a high degree of similarity between two things. However, equivalent suggests a similar value or meaning, while identical suggests an exact match or replica. Additionally, equivalent implies interchangeability, while identical implies indistinguishability.
